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Courses

The RTP is multi-disciplinary and open to a wide range of degree programs for both undergraduate and graduate students. Students can either complete a series of courses applicable to the Minor in Rail Transportation, or simply take individual courses. Below, you will find the courses offered by RTP. Additionally, students may participate in Enterprise projects and rail-centered Senior Design projects.

Introduction to topics related to rail transportation and industry. Overview of North American passenger and freight railroads in the past and today, system components (railroad track, rolling stock, and signals/communications), organizations, careers and safety, and technology and sustainability.
*Pre-Requisite for CEE 4407*

Focuses on the transportation and distribution services that support demand fulfillment from the receipt of customer orders to order fulfillment. Topics include customer service, order fulfillment, inventory, transportation costs and modes, facility design and operation, carrier selection, and negotiation.